Cognitive Aging Among Older Latinos in the Americas
Author Information
Author(s): Cantu et al., Kim and Silverstein, Mudrazija et al., García-Chanes and Lopez-Ortega, Chen et al.
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Conclusion
The symposium highlights the importance of understanding cognitive health and the economic impact of dementia among older Latinos in the Americas.
Supporting Evidence
- Gender influences cognitive assessments in older adults in the US and Mexico.
- Cultural resources among very old Mexican American immigrants impact their psychological and cognitive well-being.
- The economic impact of dementia includes lost wages and medical care spending for African American and Latino adults.
- Older adults in Mexico living with dementia receive specific social and economic support.
- Internet use is associated with cognitive health among Brazilian older adults.
Takeaway
This study looks at how older Latinos in the US, Mexico, and Brazil are affected by dementia and what can be done to help them stay healthy.
Methodology
The symposium leverages data from various countries and explores different factors affecting cognitive health.
Potential Biases
Potential biases in reporting cognitive assessments were noted.
Participant Demographics
Older adults from the US, Mexico, and Brazil, including specific focus on Latino and African American populations.
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